Lunar & Solar Eclipse - 6th grade

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What is a Lunar Eclipse?

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A Lunar Eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the Moon.

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What is a Solar Eclipse?

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A Solar Eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and the Earth, blocking the Sun's light from reaching the Earth.

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What phase of the Moon occurs during a Lunar Eclipse?

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A Lunar Eclipse occurs during a Full Moon.

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What phase of the Moon occurs during a Solar Eclipse?

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A Solar Eclipse occurs during a New Moon.

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What happens to the Sun during a Solar Eclipse?

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The Sun is blocked by the Moon.

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What happens to the Moon during a Lunar Eclipse?

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The Moon is covered by the Earth's shadow.

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What is the definition of an eclipse?

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An eclipse is an event where one celestial body moves into the shadow of another celestial body.

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What is the difference between a total and partial eclipse?

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In a total eclipse, the entire celestial body is obscured, while in a partial eclipse, only a part of it is obscured.

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What is the umbra?

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The umbra is the darkest part of a shadow during an eclipse, where total obscuration occurs.

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What is the penumbra?

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The penumbra is the lighter part of a shadow during an eclipse, where partial obscuration occurs.